1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owners Manual

Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a is behind lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries.

Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash.

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Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your retailer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose. Don’t let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. To wear it, just attach it to the regular safety belt.

Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. If your vehicle has a built-in child restraint, also periodically make sure the harness straps, latch plates, buckle, clip, child head restraint and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt and built-in child restraint system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt or built-in child restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. If your vehicle has the built-in child restraint, torn or frayed harness straps can rip apart under impact forces just like torn or frayed safety belts can. They may not protect a child in a crash. If a harness strap is torn or frayed, get a new harness right away. Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.)

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Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new safety belts or built-in child restraint parts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the safety belts or built-in child restraint harness straps were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new safety belts or harness straps. If the frontal air bags inflate, you’ll also need to replace the driver’s and right front passenger’s safety belt buckle assembly. Be sure to do so. Then the new buckle assembly will be there to help protect you in a collision.

If safety belts or built-in child restraint harness straps are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt, built-in child restraint or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt or built-in child restraint wasn’t being used at the time of the collision. If an air bag inflates, you’ll need to replace air bag system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section.

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Section 2 Features and Controls

Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.

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Keys Door Locks Remote Lock Control (Option) Switchbanks Sliding Door Power Sliding Door (Option) Liftgate Theft Content Theft-Deterrent (Option) New Vehicle “Break-In” Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Shifting Out of PARK (P)

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Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You’re Parked Locks and Lighting Choices Windows Turn SignalMultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Sun Visors Accessory Inflator System (Option) Accessory Power Outlet Instrument Panel Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Driver Information Center (DIC) (Option)

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Keys

Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.

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The master key can be used for the ignition as well as all door locks, the liftgate lock and the storage compartments.

I NOTICE:

Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure you have an extra key.

If you need a new key, contact your Oldsma,' :le retailer, who can obtain the correct key code. In an emergency, call Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance at 1-800-442-OLDS (6537). (In Canada, call 1-800-268-6800.)

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Door Locks

There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your key or the remote lock control transmitter (if your vehicle has this option).

Unlocked doors can be dangerous.

Passengers -- especially children -- can easily

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open the doors and fall out. When a door locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. Wear safety belts properly, lock your doors, and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle.

To unlock either front door from the outside with the key, insert the key and turn it toward the front of the vehicle. You can lock either front door from the outside with your key by inserting and turning it toward the rear of the vehicle.

To lock either front door from the inside, push the locking lever forward. To unlock either front door from the inside, pull back on the locking lever.

From the inside, press the front of the power door lock switch (on either front door) to unlock all doors and the liftgate. If your vehicle is equipped with the Content Theft-Deterrent system, the power door lock switch will not unlock the doors until the system is disarmed. See “Content Theft-Deterrent,’ in the Index for more details.

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You can lock all doors and the liftgate from the inside by pressing the rear of the power lock switch on either front door. If your vehicle is equipped with the Content Theft-Deterrent system, the power door lock switch may cause the system to arm. See “Content Theft-Deterrent” in the Index for more details. To unlock any door or the liftgate from the outside with your key, turn the key to the unlock position and release. This will only unlock that door or the liftgate. You can unlock all the doors and the liftgate by holding the key cylinder in the unlock position for one second. With power door locks, you can lock all the doors from the outside by inserting the key and turning the key cylinder to the lock position. With power locks, when the doors are locked, the inside as well as the outside door handle cannot open the doors. This safety feature prevents a door from being accidentally opened from the inside by moving the handle. To override this safety feature, move the locking lever to the unlock position on the door you want to open. When the liftgate has been unlocked with the power door locks, you won’t need the key to open it. Simply squeeze the handle above the license plate. This is also true if you use the optional remote lock control transmitter. See “Remote Lock Control” later in this section.

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Automatic Door Locks All of the doors will lock automatically when you move your shift lever out of PARK (P). All doors will unlock automatically when the ignition is turned off while the shift lever is in PARK (P). You can program the Automatic Door Locks to operate with the remote lock control system and to lock and unlock automatically to suit your needs. See “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. With the Automatic Door Locks feature, you can still lock or unlock the doors at any time, either manually or with the power door lock switches. Last Door Closed Locking The Last Door Closed Locking feature makes it easier to use your power door locks to lock all the doors and the liftgate when leaving your vehicle. When any door or the liftgate is open, the first time you attempt to lock the doors using the power lock switch or the remote lock control transmitter (if equipped), will result in three chimes to signal that Last Door Closed Locking is being used. All doors and the liftgate can be opened for five seconds from the time the last door is closed.

Five seconds after the last door is closed, all the doors will lock. You can lock the doors immediately by using the power door lock switch or the remote lock control transmitter. If the ignition is in RUN or ACCESSORY, this feature will not lock the doors. To turn the Last Door Closed Locking feature off or on, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. Sliding Door Delayed Locking If the sliding door is open when you use your power door locks to lock the vehicle, the sliding door is not locked. Normally the Last Door Closed Locking feature will be used to lock the sliding door after it has been closed. When the ignition is on or if the Last Door Closed Locking feature has been overridden or programmed to be off, the Sliding Door Delayed Locking feature will lock your sliding door for you. Three seconds after the sliding door is closed, all the doors will lock. If you have the dual sliding doors, all doors will lock three seconds after both sliding doors are closed.

Lockout Deterrent The Lockout Deterrent feature makes it difficult for you to lock your keys in your vehicle. If the driver’s door is open while the keys are in the ignition, you will not be able to use your power door lock to lock the vehicle. If you don’t leave the keys in the ignition or if you use the manual door lock, you could still lock your keys in your vehicle. Always remember to take your keys with you. To turn this feature off or on, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the locks from the inside. Then get out and close the door.

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Remote Lock Control (Option) If your vehicle has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors and the liftgate from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote lock control transmitter supplied with your vehicle.

Your remote lock control system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.

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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with RSS-2 10 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. This system has a range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m). At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this:

Check to determine if battery replacement or synchronization is necessary. See the instructions that follow.

Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again. If you’re still having trouble, see your retailer or a qualified technician for service.

Operation Remote Driver’s Door and All Door Unlock When you press UNLOCK on the remote lock control transmitter, only the driver’s door will unlock. If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds, all the doors and the liftgate will unlock. If you would like all the doors to unlock the first time you press UNLOCK, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. If your vehicle is equipped with the Content Theft-Deterrent system, the UNLOCK button on the remote lock control transmitter will disarm the system (see “Content Theft-Deterrent” in the Index for more details).

Remote All Door Lock To lock all doors, press LOCK on the remote lock control transmitter (see “Power Door Locks” in the Index for more details on the power door lock features). If your vehicle is equipped with the Content Theft-Deterrent system, the LOCK button may arm the system (see “Content Theft-Deterrent” in the Index for more details).

Remote Lock Confirmation When you use the remote lock control transmitter to lock your vehicle, your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received. If you press the LOCK button again, within five seconds, the horn will sound briefly and the parking lamps will flash to let you know the vehicle is already locked. If you would like to change the way the parking lamps and horn operate with Remote Lock Confirmation, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index.

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Remote Unlock Confirmation When you use your remote lock control transmitter to unlock your vehicle or to operate the power sliding door (if equipped), your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command was received. If you would like to change the way the parking lamps operate with Remote Unlock Confirmation, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. Remote Alarm When you press the horn button on the remote lock control transmitter, your vehicle’s parking lamps will flash and the horn will sound. This will allow you to attract attention, if needed.

Remote Power Sliding Door Operation (Option)

If you have the optional power sliding door (see “Power Sliding Door” later in this section), your remote transmitter will have a button that has a van symbol on it. Press it to open or close the sliding door.

If the sliding door is locked, first unlock all doors (see “Remote Driver’s Door and All Door Unlock” earlier in this section), then press the van symbol to open the sliding door. Press the van symbol again to close the sliding door. You can operate the power sliding door with the remote transmitter only when the power sliding door override switch on the overhead console is disabled.

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I NOTICE:

When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter.

Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each remote lock control transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your retailer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your retailer. When the retailer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once your retailer has coded the new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it. See your retailer to match transmitters to another vehicle. Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote lock control transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery.

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Replacing the Battery in the Remote Transmitter 1. Insert a flat object like a dime into the slot on

the side of the transmitter and twist to separate the halves.

2. Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter. Do not

use the metal flanges to “pop out” the battery.

3. Replace the battery.

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4. Reassemble the transmitter. Make sure the halves are

snapped together tightly so water will not get in.

5. Check the transmitter operation. If needed,

follow the instructions on resynchronizing your remote transmitter.

Resynchronizing Your Remote Transmitter Your remote lock control system uses a continually changing code for increased security. Normally, the receiver in your vehicle will keep track of this changing code.

Loss of synchronization will occur if the transmitter is activated more than 256 times while out of range of the vehicle. Loss of synchronization will occur after the battery replacement if the transmitter is immediately activated more than 16 times while out of range of the vehicle.

If your remote lock control transmitter has stopped working, you may need to resynchronize the transmitter to the vehicle receiver. To do this, press the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons together and hold for at least seven seconds or until the horn sounds if equipped with Content Theft-Deterrent. Check the transmitter operation.

Switchbanks front of the There are two sets of switchbanks located in the vehicle. The switches will vary with the options that are on your vehicle. It is useful to become familiar with them since they are used frequently while operating the vehicle. Overhead Console Switchbank

Instrument Panel Switchbank

This switchbank is located in the overhead console. The switches that you may find in this switchbank are the Interior Lights Override, Power Sliding Door Override, Power Sliding Door and the Power Rear Quarter Windows. If your vehicle does not have some of the options controlled by these switches, there will be a blank button in its place. For more information, please see each of these features in the Index.

This switchbank is located in the instrument panel below the comfort controls. The switches and controls that you may find in this switchbank are the Rear Fan Knob, Rear Window Wipermasher, Fog Lamps and Traction Control. If your vehicle does not have some of the options controlled by these switches, there will be a blank button in its place. For more information, please see each of these features in the Index. If your vehicle is not equipped with the optional rear climate control system, there will be a storage space in this switchbank. The rubber mat can be removed for cleaning. Snap the mat into place after cleaning.

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Sliding Door To open the sliding door from outside the vehicle, pull the handle out and then pull the door toward the rear. If you slide the door all the way back, the door will rest in a detent position. The door must overcome this detent when closing. To move the door forward, you must first pull the door past the open detent position.

If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep grade (15 percent or more), the door may not stay open and could slam shut, possibly injuring someone. To make sure the door does not slam shut, be sure to hold it open until everyone is clear of the door, and only then allow it to slowly close.

Does your vehicle have a sliding door on the driver’s side? If it does, this door is designed to open only a little if the fuel door is open. If this ever happens, don’t try to force the sliding door. Just close the driver’s side sliding door.

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Then when the fuel filler door is closed, the driver’s side sliding door can be opened normally. Sliding Door Lock

Lock the sliding door from inside the vehicle by moving the manual locking lever down. Unlock it by moving the lever up. With power door locks, the sliding door lock has a delay feature. See “Power Door Locks” or “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index.

Power Sliding Door (Option) With this option, you can open and close the sliding door with the switches inside your vehicle. If you have the optional remote lock control system, you can also operate the power sliding door with your remote transmitter. See “Remote Lock Control” in the Index.

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rn Leaving young children or pets unattended in your vehicle can be dangerous. They could operate the power sliding door. A child or others could be injured. Do not leave children or pets unattended in your vehicle.

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door, the power sliding door override switch must be disabled. This switch is located in the overhead console switchbank.

Pushing the bottom of the button will disable the power sliding door; it will not operate when either of the power door switches or the power sliding door button on the remote transmitter is pressed. The power sliding door override switch will also stop the door immediately, while the door is opening or closing, when the override feature is enabled.

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NOTICE:

When your vehicle goes through an automatic car wash, be sure the power sliding door override feature is enabled. If it isn’t, the power sliding door may open accidentally.

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The sliding door must be unlocked for it to operate. The key does not have to be in the ignition. To help avoid accidental operation of the sliding door, disable the power sliding door by pushing the power sliding door override switch. When the key is in the ignition in RUN, the power sliding door will only open if the transaxle is in PARK (P). The transaxle does not have to be in PARK (P) to close the door. If the override feature is not enabled and the power sliding door is open or in the process of closing when you shift out of PARK (P), a buzzer will sound. This is a warning that the sliding door is not completely closed.

If you shift the transaxle out of PARK (P) and accelerate before the power sliding door latches closed, the door may reverse to the open position. A child or others could fall out of the vehicle and be injured. Always make sure the power sliding door is closed and latched before you drive away.

To open or close the sliding door, press and release one of the two power door switches. One is mounted on the wall, just in front of the passenger’s side sliding door. The other switch is located in the overhead console switchbank. 2-16

If anything obstructs the power sliding door while it is closing, the door will automatically reverse to the open position, provided it meets sufficient resistance. Resistance must be as strong as the force of the closing door, or stronger. The force of the closing door increases significantly as the door approaches the latched position.

A CAUTION:

You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the sliding door. Make sure the door path is clear before closing the door.

To manually open the power sliding door when the power sliding door override feature is disabled, pull the inside or outside handle and let go. The door will open fully. To manually open the power sliding door when the power sliding door override feature is enabled, pull the inside or outside handle and slide the door all the way back.

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A CAUTION:

If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep grade (15 percent or more), the door may not stay open and could slam shut, possibly injuring someone. To make sure the door does not slam shut, turn on the power sliding door feature. Then if the door closes, it will close under the control of the power door system.

To manually close the power sliding door when the override feature is disabled, pull the inside or outside handle or the edge of the door. Move the door about 4 inches (10 cm) toward the closed position and release. The door will close completely and latch for you. To manually close the power sliding door when the override feature is enabled, pull the inside or outside handle and slide the door all the way forward to the latched position.

Resetting the Power Sliding Door The power sliding door may operate incorrectly or not at all because of the following conditions:

6. Disable the power sliding door override feature. 7. Push either of the power door buttons to open the

power sliding door.

A low voltage or dead battery, Disconnecting the battery or If the IGN 1, B/U LAMP, RADIO or PWR SEATPSD fuse is removed or blown.

See “Fuse Panel” in the Index for more information about your fuse panel. If any of these conditions occur, the power sliding door will need to be reset. To do this, follow the directions listed here. It will be easier if you read through them once before beginning this procedure. 1. Check to be sure the power sliding door is unlocked

and securely closed.

2. Turn the ignition switch to OFF. 3. Enable the power sliding door override feature. 4. Remove the RADIO fuse from the underhood fuse

and relay center. Leave it out for 30 seconds.

5. Reinstall the fuse and wait 10 seconds.

8. Wait five seconds and close the door by pushing

either power door button.

9. Wait five seconds and repeat Steps 7 and 8. If the door does not rest in the fully open position after repeating Step 7, repeat Steps 7 and 8 again. If the door still does not operate correctly, see your retailer for service. Sliding Door Security Lock Your vehicle is equipped with a sliding door security lock that helps prevent young children or other passengers from opening the sliding door by using the inside door handle. This lock is on both doors if your vehicle has the dual sliding doors. If you have the optional power sliding door, you can override the security lock by pressing either power door switch when the power sliding door override feature is disabled. See “Power Sliding Door” earlier in the section.

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The security lock lever is located on the inside of the sliding door, on the front edge of the door. To access the lever, open the sliding door. Use the security lock label on the edge of the door as a guide.

To use the security lock, move the security lock lever all the way up and close the door from the outside.

If you have the optional power sliding door, disable the power sliding door by pushing the override switch on the overhead console. The power sliding door cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use. If you want to open the sliding door when the security lock is on, unlock the sliding door and open the door from the outside.

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If you have the optional power sliding door, disable the power sliding door override feature. Press either power door switch. You should let adults and older children know how the security lock works, and how to cancel the lock. If you don’t, adults or older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the sliding door from the inside when the security lock feature is in use. Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock 1. Unlock the sliding door and open the door from

the outside.

2. Move the security lock lever all the way down. The sliding door lock will now work normally. Liftgate To unlock the liftgate from the outside, turn the key in the cylinder to the right. To lock the liftgate using the key, turn the key to the left. Open the liftgate using the handle above the license plate. Once slightly opened, the liftgate will rise by itself. Lamps in the rear of the vehicle will come on, illuminating the rear cargo area (see “Interior Lamps” in the Index).

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Be sure there are no overhead obstructions, such as a garage door, before you open the liftgate. You could slam the liftgate into something and break the glass.

To close the liftgate, pull down on the handle, then firmly shut the liftgate. Don’t drive with the liftgate open, even slightly. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.

A light on your instrument panel will warn you if the liftgate is not completely closed (see “Door Ajar Warning Light” in the Index).

It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate open or electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate: 0 Make sure all windows are shut.

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Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on bi-level (outside air button is pressed). That will force outside air into your vehicle. See “Comfort Controls” in the Index. If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way.

See ‘(Engine Exhaust” in the Index.

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Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves -- so don’t do it. When you park your Oldsmobile and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition and transaxle. And remember to lock the doors.

Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your key. But what if you have to leave your key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle? Put your valuables in a storage area, like your glove box. Lock all the doors except the driver’s.

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Content Theft-Deterrent (Option) 11 your vehicle has this option, it has a theft-deterrent alarm system.

A light located on top of your instrument panel (near the center of the vehicle, next to the windshield) will flash slowly to let you know that the system has been armed. While armed, the doors will not unlock with the power lock switch.

Once armed, the alarm will go off if someone tries to enter the vehicle (without using the remote lock control transmitter or a key), breaks a window, tries to damage the vehicle or turns the ignition on. The horn will sound and your vehicle’s parking lamps will flash for up to two minutes. The system will also cut off the fuel supply, preventing the vehicle from being driven. When the alarm is armed, the liftgate may be opened with the remote lock control transmitter or with a key. Arming with the Power Lock Switch Your alarm system will arm when you use either power lock switch to lock the doors while any door or the liftgate is open and the key is removed from the ignition (if you would like to turn off power lock switch arming, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index). The security light flashes quickly to let you know when the system is ready to arm with the power door lock switches. The security light will stop flashing and stay on, when you press the rear of the power lock switch, to let you know the system is arming. After all doors and the liftgate are closed and locked, the security light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed.

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Arming with the Remote Lock Control Transmitter Your alarm system will arm when you use your remote lock control transmitter to lock the doors, if the key is not in the ignition. The security light will turn on to let you know the system is arming. After all doors and the liftgate are closed and locked, the security light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed. Arming with Your Key Your alarm system will arm when you use your key to lock the doors. The security light will turn on to let you know the system is arming. After all doors and the liftgate are closed and locked, the security light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed. If you would like your key not to arm the system, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index.

Arming Confirmation If remote unlock confirmation is on (see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index), your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know when your alarm system has armed. Disarming with the Remote Lock Control Transmitter Your alarm system will disarm when you use your remote lock control transmitter to unlock the doors. The security light will stop flashing to let you know the system is no longer armed. Disarming with Your Key Your alarm system will disarm when you use your key to unlock the doors. The security light will stop flashing to let you know the system is no longer armed. If you would like your key not to disarm the alarm system, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index.

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Nuisance Alarms If you experience nuisance alarms (alarms which are not caused by the opening of a door or the liftgate and are not desirable), you may need to reduce the damage detection sensitivity. Try programming the Content Theft-Deterrent to Mode 1. If you continue to experience nuisance alarms, you may want to try turning off damage detection by programming your Content Theft-Deterrent to Mode 2. If you are still having trouble with nuisance alarms, you can turn off the Content Theft-Deterrent system by programming your Content Theft-Deterrent to Mode 3. See “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index for more information. See your retailer or qualified technician for service.

New Vehicle “Break-In”

NOTICE:

Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the run if you follow these guidelines: 0 Don’t drive at any one speed -- fast or slow -- for the first 500 miles (805 km).

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Don’t make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings.

0 Don’t tow a trailer during break-in.

See “Towing a Trailer’’ in the Index for more information.

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OFF (C): This position unlocks the steering wheel, ignition and transaxle, but does not send electrical power to any accessories. Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed, but never try to push-start your vehicle. A warning chime will sound if you open the driver’s door when the ignition is off and the key is in the ignition. RUN (D): This is an on position to which the switch returns after you start your engine and release the switch. The switch stays in RUN when the engine is running. But even when the engine is not running, you can use RUN to operate your electrical power accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. START (E): This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving. Note that even if the engine is not running, the positions ACCESSORY and RUN are positions that allow you to operate your electrical accessories, such as the radio.

Ignition Positions With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to five positions.

ACCESSORY (A): This is an on position in which you can operate your electrical power accessories. Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you. LOCK (B): This is the only position in which you can remove the key. This locks your steering wheel, ignition and transaxle.

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NOTICE:

NOTICE:

If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.

Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your Oldsmobile is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.

1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your

ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.

I NOTICE:

Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor.

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2.

3.

If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in START. If it doesn’t start in three seconds (or starts but then stops), push the accelerator pedal about one-quarter of the way down for 12 more seconds, or until it starts. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try this: Wait 15 seconds to let the starter motor cool down. Then push your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor. Hold it there. Then hold the key in START. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. When the engine starts, let go of the key and the accelerator pedal. If the engine still doesn’t start, wait another 15 seconds and repeat this step.

NOTICE:

Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your retailer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.

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Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)

3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.

Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord won’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.

4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and

store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged.

How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your retailer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The retailer can give you the best advice for that particular area.

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In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18 “C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.

Automatic Transaxle Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever.

If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. See “Shifting Out of PARK (P)” in this section.

P R N D 3 2 1

PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in RUN. As you step on the brake pedal, while in PARK (P), you may hear a click from the solenoid of the BTSI. This ensures that the BTSI is operating properly.

It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.

NOTICE:

Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped.

To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL, (N) when your vehicle is being towed.

Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is cLracing” (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Don’t shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is racing.

I NOTICE: Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty.

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AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re:

Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down.

0 Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the

accelerator all the way down.

You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power. THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, but it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D). Here are some times you might choose THIRD (3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): 0 When driving on hilly, winding roads. 0 When towing a trailer (so there is less shifting

between gears).

0 When going down a steep hill.

SECOND (2): This position gives you more power, but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on.

I NOTICE:

Don’t drive in SECOND (2) for more than 25 miles (40 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/h), or you can damage your transaxle. Use THIRD (3) or AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) as much as possible. Don’t shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h) or you can damage your engine.

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NOTICE:

If’ your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, or if it seems not to shift gears as you go faster, something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor. If you drive very far that way, your vehicle can be damaged. So, if this happens, have your vehicle serviced right away. Until then, you can use SECOND (2) when you are driving less than 35 mph (55 km/h) and THIRD (3) for higher speeds.

FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever is put in FIRST (1), the transaxle won’t downshift into first gear until the vehicle is going slow enough.

NOTICE: If your front wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. You could damage your transaxle. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transaxle. Use your brakes or shift into PARK (P) to hold your vehicle in position on a hill.

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Parking Brake

To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot.

To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot while you push down on the parking brake pedal with your left foot. (To release the tension on the parking brake cable, you will need to apply about the same amount of pressure to the parking brake pedal as you did when you set the parking brake.) When you remove your foot from the parking brake pedal, it will pop up to the released position.

If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See “Brake System Warning Light” in the Index.

NOTICE:

Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle.

If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving.

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Shifting Into PARK (P)

2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this:

It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

1, Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and

set the parking brake with your left foot

0 Pull the lever toward you.

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Leaving Your Vehicle With the

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It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to.

If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is f d y set before you leave it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without first pulling it toward you. If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into PARK (P).

0 Move the lever up as far as it will go.

3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).

Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).

Shifting Out of PARK (P) Your vehicle has Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P), when the ignition is in RUN. As you step on the brake pedal, while in PARK (P), you may hear a click from the solenoid of the BTSI. This ensures that the BTSI is operating properly. See “Automatic Transaxle Operation” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you want. If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. 2. 3. 4.

Turn the ignition key to OFF. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can.

5.

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Parking Over Things That Burn

Rngine Exhaust

in if:

Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can't see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming

Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. Repairs weren't done correctly. Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly.

Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-38

If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle: 0 Drive it only with all the windows down to

blow out any CO; and

0 Have your vehicle fixed immediately.

Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if ever you have to, here are some things to know.

Idling the engine with the air system control off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust”). Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if this can happen is a garage. Exhaust -- with the fan switch is at the highest setting. One place CO -- can come in easily. NEVER park in a garage with the engine running. Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. (See “Blizzard” in the Index.)

It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P).

Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

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Locks and Lighting Choices Your vehicle’s locks and lighting systems can be programmed with several different features. The features you can program depend on the options that came with your vehicle. The following chart shows the features that can be programmed. To determine which features your vehicle is equipped with, follow the steps listed for entering the programming mode.

Number of Chimes Sounded

Delayed lllumlna - tion/ Exit Lighting

Automatic Door Locks

Last Door Remote Driver’s Closed Door Locking/ Lockout Unlock Control Deterrent

Remote Lock/ Unlock Confirma - tion

Content Theft

Content Theft Arming/ Disarming

Feature

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Entering Programming Mode To program features, your vehicle must be in the programming mode. Follow these steps: 1.

The Content Theft-Deterrent system (if equipped) must be disarmed. See “Content Theft-Deterrent System” in this section. Remove the BCM PRGRM fuse from the instrument panel fuse block, located to the right of the glove box. (See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index.) Close the driver’s door. Turn the ignition switch towards you to ACCESSORY. Count the number of chimes you hear. You will hear two to four chimes depending on the features your vehicle is equipped with. Refer to the chart shown previously.

2.

3. 4.

5.

You can now program your choices. 10 exit the programming mode, follow the steps listed under “Exiting Programming Mode” later in this section.

Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting With Delayed Illumination, the interior lamps will stay on for about 25 seconds after all the doors and the liftgate are closed. With Exiting Lighting, the interior lamps will come on and stay on for about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from the ignition. To customize these features to your preference, see “Programmable Modes” following.

Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. Mode 1: Both Features Off (The interior lamps will turn on or off at the same instant that a door is opened or closed.) Mode 2: Delayed Illumination Only (The interior lamps will stay on for about 25 seconds after all the doors and liftgate are closed, or until you lock the doors.)

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Mode 3: Exit Lighting Only (The interior lamps will come on whenever you remove the key from the ignition and stay on for about 25 seconds, or until you lock the doors.) Mode 4: Both Features On (This combines Modes 2 and 3.) Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 4. To change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming

Mode” listed previously.

2. Turn the interior lamps dial all the way to the right

and then back slightly to the left.

3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in. You can change the mode by turning the interior lamps dial all the way to the right and then back slightly to the left.

4. Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

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Automatic Door Locks With Automatic Door Locks, all doors will automatically lock when you shift out of PARK (P) and automatically unlock when the ignition is turned to OFF. To customize these features to your preference, see “Programmable Modes” following.

Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. Mode 1: Both Features Off (Automatic door locking and unlocking is disabled. You will always need to lock your doors manually before driving to increase occupant safety.) Mode 2: Automatic Door Locking Only 0 The automatic door unlock feature is turned off. Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed; all doors will lock automatically.

Mode 3: Automatic Unlocking with the Ignition Off

Turn off the ignition with the transaxle in PARK (P); all doors will unlock automatically. Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed; all doors will lock automatically.

Mode 4: Automatic Unlocking with Transaxle in PARK (P) 0 Shift into PARK (P) with the ignition on; all doors

will unlock automatically.

0 Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the

driver’s door closed; all doors will lock automatically.

Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 3. To change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming

Mode” listed previously.

2. Press LOCK on the power door lock switch. 3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in. You can change the mode by pressing LOCK again. 4. Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention With the Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention features, your vehicle will do the following:

If you leave your key in the ignition and leave the driver’s door open, you won’t be able to lock the doors using the power door lock switch. When you press LOCK on the power door lock switch or remote lock control transmitter (if equipped) while any door or the liftgate is open, the doors will not lock. Instead you will hear three chimes which let you know that the Last Door Closed Locking feature is in operation. Five seconds after all the doors and the liftgate are closed, all the doors and the liftgate will automatically lock.

To customize these features to your preference, see “Programmable Modes” following.

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Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. Mode 1: Both Features Off (Doors will always lock immediately when you press LOCK on the the power door lock switch or the remote lock control transmitter, if equipped.) Mode 2: Lockout Deterrent Only (If you leave your key in the ignition with the driver’s door open, you won’t be able to lock the doors with the power door locks). Mode 3: Last Door Closed Locking Only (If the power door lock switch or remote lock control transmitter (if equipped) is used to lock the vehicle while any door or the liftgate is open, you will hear three chimes. The doors will not lock. Five seconds after the last door is closed, all doors and liftgate will lock.) Mode 4: Both Features On (This combines Modes 2 and 3.) Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 4. To change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming

Mode” listed previously.

2. Press UNLOCK on the power door lock switch.

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3.

4.

Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in. You can change the mode by pressing UNLOCK again. Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the mode you want.

The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Remote Driver’s Unlock Control With the Remote Driver’s Unlock Control feature, you can program your vehicle to do the following:

When you press UNLOCK on your remote lock control transmitter, the driver’s door will unlock and, When you press UNLOCK on your remote lock control transmitter again within five seconds, all doors and the liftgate will unlock.

To customize this feature to your preference, see “Programmable Modes” following.

Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. Mode 1: Remote All Doors Unlock (When you press UNLOCK on your remote lock control transmitter, all doors and the liftgate will unlock.) Mode 2: Remote Driver’s Door Unlock Only (When you press UNLOCK on your remote lock control transmitter once, the driver’s door will unlock. When you press UNLOCK on your remote lock control transmitter again, within five seconds, all doors and the liftgate will unlock.) Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 2. To change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming

Mode” listed previously.

2. Press UNLOCK on the remote lock

control transmitter.

3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The

number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in. You can change the mode by pressing UNLOCK again.

4. Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation With the Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation feature, your vehicle can do the following:

When you use the remote lock control transmitter to lock your vehicle, your parlung lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received. If you press LOCK on the remote lock control transmitter again, the horn will sound briefly and the parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know your vehicle is locked and, When you use the remote lock control transmitter to unlock your vehicle or operate your power sliding door (if equipped), your parking lamps will flash briefly.

To customize these features to your preference, see “Programmable Modes” following.

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Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. Mode 1: Both Features Off (Remote lock and unlock confirmation are disabled.) Mode 2: Exterior Lamps Flash Only 0 When you use the remote lock control transmitter to

lock your vehicle, your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received. W e n you use the remote lock control transmitter to unlock your vehicle or operate your power sliding door (if equipped), your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received.

Mode 3: Exterior Lamps Flash and Horn Sound

When you use the remote lock control transmitter to lock your vehicle, the horn will sound briefly and your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received. When you use the remote lock control transmitter to unlock your vehicle or operate your power sliding door (if equipped), your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received.

Mode 4: Exterior Lamps Flash and Horn Sound (on Second LOCK Press)

When you use the remote lock control transmitter to lock your vehicle, your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received. The horn will sound briefly and your parking lamps will flash briefly if you press the LOCK button again within five seconds. When you use the remote lock control transmitter to unlock your vehicle or operate your power sliding door (if equipped), your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received.

Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 4. To change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming

Mode” listed previously.

2. Press the LOCK button on the remote lock

control transmitter.

3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in. You can change the mode by pressing the LOCK button again.

4. Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Content Theft-Deterrent System With the Content Theft-Deterrent System, if anyone damages or enters your vehicle while the system is armed, an alarm will sound and your parking lamps will flash for two minutes. To customize this feature to your preference, see “Programmable Modes” following.

Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. Mode 1: Damage Detection with Reduced Sensitivity (If anyone seriously damages your vehicle or opens a door or the liftgate while your Content Theft-Deterrent system is armed, an alarm will sound and your parking lamps will flash for up to two minutes.) Mode 2: Damage Detection Off (If anyone opens a door or the liftgate while your Content Theft-Deterrent system is armed, an alarm will sound and your parking lamps will flash for up to two minutes.)

Mode 3: Feature Off (Your Content Theft-Deterrent system is always disarmed.) Mode 4: Darnage Detection with Normal Sensitivity (If anyone damages or enters your vehicle while your Content Theft-Deterrent system is armed, an alarm will sound and your parking lamps will flash for up to two minutes.) Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 4. To change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming

Mode” listed previously.

2. Turn the parking lamps on, then off. 3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in. You can change the mode by turning the parking lamps on, then off again.

4. Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

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Arming and Disarming the Content Theft-Deterrent System To arm and disarm the Content Theft-Deterrent system, the system must be turned on by using Modes 1 , 2 or 4 listed previously in this section under “Content Theft-Deterrent System.” With the Arming and Disarming feature, you can program the vehicle to do the following:

Arm the system when you lock the doors using either power door lock switch while any door or the liftgate is open and the key is removed from the ignition.

0 Arm the system when you lock the doors with your key or remote lock control transmitter and the key is removed from the ignition.

0 Disarm the system when you unlock the doors with

your key or remote lock control transmitter. To customize this feature to your preference, see “Programmable Modes” following.

Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. Mode 1: Power Door Lock Switch Arming Off 0 The system will arm when you lock the doors with your key or remote lock control transmitter. The key must be removed from the ignition when you lock the doors or the Content Theft-Deterrent system will not arm. The system will disarm when you unlock the doors with your key or remote lock control transmitter.

Mode 2: Remote Lock Control Transmitter ArdDisarm Only

The system will arm when you lock the doors with your remote lock control transmitter. The key must be removed from the ignition when you lock the doors or the Content Theft-Deterrent system will not arm. The system will disarm when you unlock the doors with your remote lock control transmitter.

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NOTE: While this mode provides increased security, it can be a problem if your remote lock control transmitter is damaged, lost or if it fails to operate for any reason while the Content Theft-Deterrent system is armed. The Content Theft-Deterrent system must be disarmed for the engine to run while in Mode 2; your key can no longer disarm the system. If your vehicle is equipped with the optional dealer installed Onstar@ system, OnStar will not be able to remotely unlock your vehicle if it has been programmed to Mode 2. Mode 3: Standard Arming and Disarming

The system will arm when you lock the doors using either power door lock switch while any door or the liftgate is open and the key is removed from the ignition. The system will arm when you lock the doors with your key or remote lock control transmitter and the key is removed from the ignition. The system will disarm when you unlock the doors with your key or remote lock control transmitter.

Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 1.

To change the mode: 1.

2.

3.

4.

5 .

Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming Mode” listed previously. Insert your second key fully into any door key cylinder and turn it to the unlock position. This step is inconvenient, but necessary to prevent accidental programming of this feature to Mode 2. Do not program this feature to Mode 2 without first reading the special note contained in the description for that mode. The door key cylinder must remain in the unlock position during Steps 2 through 4. Press the horn symbol on the remote lock control transmitter. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in. You can change the mode by pressing the horn symbol on the remote lock control transmitter again. Repeat Step 3 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the mode you want. Remove your key from the door key cylinder.

6. The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.

Exiting Programming Mode To exit programming mode, just turn the key from ACCESSORY to OFF and put the BCM PRGRM fuse back into the instrument panel fuse block. NOTE: After programming a feature, you can exit the programming mode at anytime. Windows Power Windows

The switches on the driver’s door armrest control the front windows (when the ignition is in RUN or ACCESSORY). The left switch controls the driver’s window. The right switch controls the passenger’s window. The driver’s power window switch has two down positions. Push the switch to the first position to lower the window normally. To activate the auto-down feature, push the switch all the way down, then release. The window will lower completely. To stop the window from lowering all the way, pull up the front of the switch. To raise the window, pull up the front of the switch.

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Side Window Latches The rear of each side window swings open.

To open, push the latch forward to release it, then swing the window outward. Press the center of the latch to secure the window in the open position.

Power Rear Quarter Windows

This button, located in the overhead console switchbank, is used for opening and closing the rear quarter windows.

To close, pull the center of the latch forward and then close the latch. Press the center of the latch to secure the window in the closed position.

Press the top ribbed side of the button to open the windows; both windows will open. The windows can be opened fully or only a portion depending on how long the button is pushed. Press the bottom symbol side of the button to close both windows. Horn You can sound the horn by pressing the horn symbols on your steering wheel.

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Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle.

To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable

Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever

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The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your:

Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator

0 Headlamp HighLow Beam Changer

Windshield Wiper and Washer Control

0 Cruise Control

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Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will

retwn automatically.

An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.

To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrow flashes faster than normal, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index).

If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps, the signal indicator will flash at a normal rate even if a turn signal bulb is burned out. Check the front and rear turn signal lamps regularly to make sure they are working.

Turn Signal On Chime If either turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 mile (1.2 km), a chime will sound to let the driver know to turn it off. If the you need to leave the signal on for more than 3/4 mile (1.2 km), turn off the signal and then turn it back on. Headlamp HigWLow Beam Changer To change the headlamps from high to low beam, or low to high, simply pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you. Then release it.

When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument cluster will also be on.

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Windshield Washer To wash your windshield, press and hold the windshield washer paddle. The washers and wipers will operate. When you release the paddle, the washers will stop, and the wipers will continue to operate for two cycles, unless your wipers had already been on. In that case, the wipers will resume the wiper speed you had selected earl+.

In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.

Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked WIPER. For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on mist longer. For delayed wiping cycles, you can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to LOW, the shorter the delay time. For steady wiping cycles, at low speed, turn the band away from you to the LOW position. For high-speed wiping, turn the band further to HIGH. To stop the wipers, move the band to OFF. Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow fiom the wiper blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefidly loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. 2-54

Rear Window Washermiper

The rear window wiper switch is located in the instrument panel switchbank.

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To wash the rear window when the rear wiper is already on, push on the top of the button with the wash symbol on it. Push in the bottom of the button to continue the intermittent wiper cycle after the washing cycle is completed. Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 k d h ) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). When you apply your brakes, the cruise control disengages.

Push the wiper symbol on the bottom of the button to turn on the intermittent wiper. To turn off the wiper, gently push the top of the button. To wash and wipe the rear window, push in the washer symbol on the top of the button. Washer fluid will spray as long as the button is held in. When the button is released, the wiper will continue to cycle three more times.

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Setting Cruise Control

-\ CAUTION:

If you leave your crulse control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use it.

1. Move the cruise control switch to ON. 2. Get up to the speed you want.

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Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don’t use cruise control on slippery roads.

If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. (See “Traction Control System” in the Index.) When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may turn the cruise control back on.

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3. Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and

release it .

4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch from ON to RESUME/ACCEL @/A) for about half a second. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. If you hold the switch at R/A longer than half a second, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold the switch at WA.

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Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: 0 Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed.

Push the SET button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed. Move the cruise switch from ON to WA. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. (To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to WA for less than half a second and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 krn/h) faster.)

The accelerate feature will work whether or not you have set an initial cruise control speed.

Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce speed while using cruise control: 0 Push in the button at the end of the lever until you

reach the lower speed you want, then release it. 0 To slow down in very small amounts, push the

button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.

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Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier.

Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don’t use cruise control on steep hills.

Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control:

Step lightly on the brake pedal; or Move the cruise switch to OFF. Erasing Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased.

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500: Turning the dial to this setting turns on: 0 Parking Lamps

Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights

@ Turning the dial to this setting turns on the headlamps, together with:

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0 Taillamps 0 Instrument Panel Lights 0 Turning the dial to this setting turns off all the lamps and lights. Lamps On Reminder If the driver’s door is opened and you turn the ignition to OFF or LOCK while leaving the lamps on, you will hear a warning chime. Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. D l U can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset.

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A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be sure it isn’t covered. The DRL system will make your front parking and turn signal lamps